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The Henry Kendall College of Arts & Sciences, in collaboration with the Gilcrease Museum and various academic departments in other colleges on TU campus, offers an interdisciplinary program leading to a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in museum science and management. The Museum Science and Management (MSM) program provides both interdisciplinary coursework and ''hands-on'' experience designed to prepare future museum professionals in the areas of administration, fiscal management, collections care and research, and education. Students gain experience in using objects and collections in research, exhibition, publication, and programming, as well as a background in museum administration, leadership, and fundraising. Internships at regional or national cultural institutions provide practical experience for students in their selected area of specialization.The faculty at TU, staff of the Gilcrease Museum, and other industry professionals collaborate to provide in-depth opportunities to specialize in the curation, care, and exhibition of American art, archaeology, ethnology, and archives. Through mandatory program workshops, students will be mentored in topics and issues related to professionalism and career development.Our interdisciplinary minor is designed for students from various academic disciplines who wish to enhance their knowledge of museum studies, cultural heritage, and historic preservation. You will gain a solid foundation that leads you to careers in modern-day cultural environments by exploring the curation of material culture –– including ethnographic, artistic, and historical artifacts, everyday museum operations, and museology’s current theoretical, political, and ethical concerns.Job opportunities: Museum administration, Fiscal management , Collection care and research, Museum education, Art Advocacy Reporter
